Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Release Date Announced

Mark your calendars for March 2027 because Sonic the Hedgehog 4 is speeding its way into theaters on March 19, 2027. Paramount has officially set the date, and fans have just two years to wait before they see their favorite blue blur back in action. While details about the plot and cast of the next installment remain under wraps, the anticipation is high following the success of the previous films.

The most recent entry, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, was a massive hit, grossing $218 million domestically and over $420 million worldwide. It has now become the highest-grossing film in the Sonic franchise, surpassing the first movie's impressive $148 million haul. This success is even more remarkable considering the initial controversy over Sonic's design, which was later revamped for the better in post-production.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 also secured its place as the second highest-grossing video game movie in North America, trailing only behind the animated Super Mario Bros. Movie. This box office battle continues the iconic rivalry between Nintendo and Sega, now playing out on the big screen.

The live-action Sonic franchise has grown significantly since its inception, now boasting three feature films and a Knuckles streaming TV show spinoff. Rooted in the beloved Sega video game series, the films feature Sonic, voiced by Ben Schwartz, battling his arch-nemesis, Dr. Robotnik, portrayed by Jim Carrey. With each new film, the Sonic universe expands, introducing fan-favorite characters like Tails (voiced by Colleen O'Shaughnessey) and Knuckles (voiced by Idris Elba). The latest film, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, even brought Shadow the Hedgehog into the mix, voiced by Keanu Reeves.

While Sonic 3 has already teased the next character to join the franchise, we'll keep that a surprise. For those eager to learn more, you can check out our new characters guide. And don't forget to read our Sonic 3 review for a detailed take on the latest adventure.